Ultrasonographer - Ultrasound (3 X 12 - Day Shift)

Overview Schedule: 3 X 12 - Day Shift Weekdays - 6 am to 6:30 pm Weekends - 8:30 am to 9 pm Rotating days Call and holiday rotations required One weekend per month. Job Summary Schedules and performs diagnostic imaging procedures on pediatric patients using various ultrasound and related equipment. Essential Functions Prepares patients and procedures in accordance with regulatory guidelines and policies. Represents the department’s customer service focus for all contacts. Utilizes training and knowledge to modify orders, prepares documentation for procedures, manipulates imaging data prescribed, reviews images for accuracy, and initiates networking of equipment. Operates, maintains, and programs varied imaging equipment. Utilizes electronic information devices, determines correct anatomic area for imaging, adjusts equipment factors as necessary, and assists Radiologists or other physicians in ultrasound guided interventional procedures. Assists in collecting and monitoring QA projects within the section. Mentors and monitors new employees or rotating students. Performs procedures for research and testing. Assists in documenting and maintaining research information. Maintains knowledge of current applications in the field through seminars, educational programs, and self-study. Education Requirement Graduate of an accredited school for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or ARRT sonography certified, required. Licensure Requirement Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in ABD, or OB, or ARRT (S), required. Registered in Vascular (RVT or ARRT (VS) within 18-24 months of hire date, required. Certifications BLS certification, required. Skills Excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience Experience in a pediatric ultrasound setting preferred. Physical Requirements Occasionally: Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Loud Noises Frequently: Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance Reaching above shoulder Sitting, Standing, Walking continuously Audible speech Bend/twist Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Color vision Computer skills Decision Making Depth perception Flexing/extending of neck Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Machinery Peripheral vision Problem solving Repetitive hand/arm use Seeing – Far/near Squat/kneel Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) EEO Statement EOE M/F/Disability/Vet #J-18808-Ljbffr 10 Nationwide Children's Hospital